Things to do in Nara: activities, tours and experiences
135 activities · Japan
Nara, Japan, has 135 activities, tours and experiences to book. Don't miss: Tōdai-ji Temple, Yakushi-ji Temple, Kōfuku-ji Temple, Nara National Museum. Also worth exploring nearby: Uji, Osaka, Otsu, Kyoto.
01Things to do
Must-see places
Tōdai-ji Temple
Provincial temple
Yakushi-ji Temple
Buddhist temple
Kōfuku-ji Temple
Buddhist temple
Nara National Museum
National museum
Heijō Palace
Royal palace
Nara Park
Urban park
02Activities to book
The best experiences in Nara
Top pickKyoto Private Car Tour – Full Day with Local Guide & Nara Option
from €197.59★ 4.9
Top pickNara Early Morning Tour Kyoto or Osaka Departure Available
from €61.02★ 4.9
Private tourNara Private Tour Flexible Pickup from Kyoto Osaka or Nara
from €116.23★ 4.8
Private tourNara: Half-Day Private Tour of 4 Must-See Spots & Deer Park
from €197.59★ 5.0
Private tourDiscover Ancient Nara: Private Car Tour from Kyoto or Osaka
from €319.64★ 5.0
Private tourKyoto Customized Private Car Tour
from €447.49★ 4.7
Top pickNara Half Day Trip Walking Tour (Private Option Available)
from €92.40★ 4.9
Top pickNara Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
from €127.86★ 5.0
Free cancellationNara Deer Park Todaiji and Buddha Temple Walking Tour
from €22.76★ 5.0
Free cancellationNara Deer, Great Buddha & Traditional Mochi Experience
from €46.49★ 5.0
Private tourPrivate Nara Tour and Sake Tasting (Departing from Kyoto/Nara)
from €145.29★ 5.0
Private tourKyoto, Osaka and Nara Customized Private Car tour
from €464.92★ 4.7
03Explore nearby
Nearby cities
Popular activities · Nara
Private tourNara: Mindful Tasting of 5 Japanese Teas and Tea Ceremony
from €55.76★ 5.0
BookableInteractive Geisha Experience in Nara
from €320.70★ 5.0
Free cancellationNara - Heart of Nature Cross Bike Tour
from €94.06★ 4.9
Private tourNara World Heritage PRIVATE TOUR
from €85.24★ 4.4
Free cancellationNara Sake Tour: Birthplace of Sake, 2 Breweries & Tastings
from €98.88★ 5.0
Private tour
Private tourNara - Private Family Bike Tour
from €174.25★ 5.0
Free cancellationNara: Authentic Onigiri Cooking Class & Meal in a Local Home
from €45.29★ 5.0
DealNara: Must see attractions tour with English Speaking Guide
from €48.03★ 4.9
Private tourCustomizable Private Tour in Osaka Nara Kobe and Kyoto
from €290.22★ 5.0
Private tourKyoto, Osaka and Nara Customized Private Car tour
from €465.33★ 4.7
Free cancellationNara: UNESCO World Heritage Sites Slow Cycling Tour
from €109.55★ 4.9
Free cancellationNara - Craft Beer, Sake & Food Walking Tour
from €87.25★ 4.1
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Free cancellation
Free cancellationExplorez Nara en une journée en van
from €11.62★ 5.0
Free cancellationCours de cuisine Udon et Tempura à Nara
from €54.69★ 5.0
Free cancellationNara: Profitez de Highlight Of Nara en 3 heures
from €69.71★ 5.0
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Private tourNaramachi walking tour held only on weekends
from €35.96★ 4.8
Private tourNara Private Custom Walking Tour
from €92.93★ 5.0
Private tourVoyage privé dans la merveille historique de Nara
from €1,393.91★ 5.0
Private tour
Private tourExcursion privée d'une demi-journée personnalisable Nara
from €154.97★ 5.0
Private tourExcursion privée d'une journée personnalisée Nara
from €213.16★ 5.0
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Private tourNara met en avant la visite privée à pied avec Guide local
from €36.11★ 3.7
Private tourExplorer Nara
from €226.84★ 5.0
Private tourNara : Temple Todai-ji & Grand Bouddha 2 - Visite guidée d'une heure
from €120.98★ 5.0
Deal
Private tourNara : Choisissez votre point de départ Food & Bar Hopping Tour
from €120.98★ 5.0
Private tourTour privé personnalisé à Nara avec guide local
from €170.13★ 5.0
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Free cancellation
Free cancellationExcursion d'une demi-journée à Nara : Temple & Cuisine locale
from €108.69★ 5.0
Free cancellationCours de cuisine artisanale Soba et Tempura à Nara
from €54.73★ 5.0
Free cancellationKimono rental
from €30.43★ 5.0
Free cancellationFull Day Nara E bike Tour and Osaka History Food Tour
from €127.25★ 5.0
Private tour
Private tourNara: Hike Mt. Wakakusa and Encounter Wild, Free-Roaming Deer
from €91.29★ 5.0
Private tourNara: Isuien Garden Tour with Matcha Tea Experience
from €124.49★ 5.0
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Private tourNara: Yakushiji Tour – Toshodaiji or Sutra Copying Option
from €74.69★ 5.0
Free cancellationNara Heritage Temple Tour avec Kamameshi et Matcha Audio Guide
from €92.42★ 5.0
Free cancellation
Free cancellationHandcrafted Nara Cedar Chopsticks Workshop
from €35.96★ 5.0
Private tourVisite du grand sanctuaire d'Ise Jingu au départ de Nara
from €485.32★ 5.0
Private tourVisite privée de Nara et Fushimi Inari en espagnol ou en anglais
from €190.18★ 5.0
Private tour
Free cancellationNara Station Bamboo Lantern Craft Experience
from €22.13★ 5.0
Free cancellationNara Deer Park Todaiji et visite à pied du temple de Bouddha
from €22.80★ 5.0
Private tourLearn How to Make Sushi! Light class- Nara School
from €95.61★ 3.0
Free cancellation
Free cancellation
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Free cancellation
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Deal
Free cancellation
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Bookable
Bookable
Free cancellation
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Free cancellationNara : Sake Tasting and Hopping Experience
from €110.65
Private tour1 Hour Private Photoshoot in Nara
from €79.12
Private tourSavourez des expériences culturelles à Nara
from €1,038.23
Deal
Private tourNara Private Car City Tour
from €532.76
Free cancellation
Free cancellation
Private tourNara Half Day Walking Tour with English Guide
from €116.19
Private tour
Free cancellation
Free cancellationAuthentic Temari Sushi Making Course in Nara
from €91.29
Free cancellation
Free cancellationStandard Sushi Experience Course in NARA
from €60.86
Free cancellation
Free cancellation
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Private tourNara With a Licensed Guide
from €209.55
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Private tour
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Private tourNara Culinary Tour with a Chef!
from €542.21
Free cancellation
Deal
Private tour
Free cancellationNara Knife Crafting Experience
from €213.16
Free cancellation
Private tourTidlig morgentur i Nara fra Kyoto eller Osaka
from €454.87
Private tourNara City Private Bike Tour Experience
from €66.39
Private tour
Free cancellation
Free cancellationNara Art Clock Making Workshop Experience
from €22.13
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Private tourLearn How to Make Sushi! Standard class-Nara
from €95.61
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Free cancellationFrequently asked questions about Nara
What is there to do in Nara?
Nara has 135 activities, tours and day trips you can book online. Among the most booked: « Kyoto Private Car Tour – Full Day with Local Guide & Nara Option », « Nara Early Morning Tour Kyoto or Osaka Departure Available », « Nara Private Tour Flexible Pickup from Kyoto Osaka or Nara ».
What are the top-rated activities in Nara?
According to traveller reviews: « Perfect Nara Park Half-Day Bus Tour with English Speaking Guide » (5.0/5, 80 reviews) ; « Private Nara Tour and Sake Tasting (Departing from Kyoto/Nara) » (5.0/5, 62 reviews) ; « Nara: Half-Day Private Tour of 4 Must-See Spots & Deer Park » (5.0/5, 24 reviews).
What are the must-see places in Nara?
Not to be missed in Nara: Tōdai-ji Temple, Yakushi-ji Temple, Kōfuku-ji Temple, Nara National Museum, Heijō Palace, Nara Park.
Can you cancel an activity in Nara for free?
Usually, yes: 24 of the 24 most popular activities in Nara offer free cancellation. The exact terms are shown on each activity page before you book.
What is there to visit near Nara?
Close to Nara: Uji, Osaka, Otsu, Kyoto, Izumisano, Kobe.